But hold your horses (and your pav bhaji), because there is a massive twist in the casting that is spicier than a Goan vindaloo! 🌶️
Lights, Camera, Goa!
After a brief schedule in Mumbai, the unit has shifted to the real battleground.
The Location: Filming has commenced at undisclosed locations in Panjim and near the Dabolim airport.
The Schedule: This is a month-long marathon shoot. Expect to see leaks of Vijay Salgaonkar walking intensely near the Police Station very soon.
THE BIG SCOOP: Akshaye Khanna is OUT!
Hain? Yes, you heard it right. The man who stole the show in Drishyam 2 as IG Tarun Ahlawat is not returning.
Why? Rumors are flying thicker than Delhi smog! Insiders claim Akshaye demanded a whopping ₹21 Crore fee hike, which the producers politely declined.
The "Wig" Drama: There’s also a whisper that Akshaye had "creative differences" about wearing a wig for the character’s continuity. (Only in Bollywood, folks!)
Enter The New villain: Jaideep Ahlawat
One Ahlawat goes, another arrives! The powerhouse performer Jaideep Ahlawat (of Paatal Lok fame) has officially joined the cast.
The Role: He is reportedly playing a high-ranking investigative officer sent specifically to "break" Vijay Salgaonkar where others failed.
The Vibe: Imagine Jaideep vs. Ajay. Uff! This is going to be a clash of titans.
Mark Your Calendars
Hindi Release: 2nd October 2026 (Obviously! Is any other date even legal for this movie?)
Malayalam Release: Mohanlal’s original version hits theatres earlier, in April 2026.
